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I wanted smaller breasts because it meant I could fit into smaller shirt sizes! I had a C cup when I started and I'm now a B. It looks proportional (size 0-2 pants) and I can wear workout shirts that I couldn't when I was still a C because they were too baggy in the stomach and back but too tight in the chest.

I'll make a twentieth suggestion to go to a bike shop. But I'll also second the idea of the gel seat. They are usually the most comfortable but are not meant for long distances, which sounds like what you're looking for.

I've only done tris that award the top 3 in each division, no finishers medals. But most of the tris I have done also offer an "Athena" division for women over 150 lbs, they get medals for the top 3 in that division too, so maybe check if your tri offers an Athena division.

I do a lean meat--grilled chicken or shrimp usually--and rice/spaghetti/angel hair pasta, but at a usual amount, not really loading up on the carbs. Morning of I do toast and yogurt with water. Always something safe, food you've had before. Chances are if you don't have GI problems during a running race, you won't have…

Train in the water your OWS will be in if possible, if not, get in the nearest lake or ocean and swim. Don't worry about the distance, just swim. Don't worry about the fish as much as you should worry about the current. The open water is brutal compared to the pool and the feeling of exhaustion from swimming in open water…

They should stick without being strapped on as they said, then you just need to try them on. I wear Speedo Women's Vanquishers and have since I was 12. They are a very popular style and come in many colors/styles. If you are swimming in a lake, they have clear lenses to make it easy to see but they also have mirrored…

Definitely a bigger challenge to diet & work out over the holidays! Your schedule is different from usual, everyone is offering you junk food, etc. I've found that eating a healthy, filling snack such as greek yogurt or reduced fat crackers before going to a get together helps me indulge less. I also focus on only eating…

Thanks for the suggestions everyone! Yes, this tri is in the middle of nowhere, I live in AR so half the state is in the middle of nowhere, haha. I think maybe #3 is going to work out and I'll just drive 45 minutes or so to the event. I'm a little more timid sleeping in a car being a young female than if I was a male, but…

I didn't want to be a size 0 or 2 when I started MFP at size 8-10. I was shooting for a size 6 or 4 but I ended up being in a size 0 or 2. I've only lost 3 more lbs since I was in a size 4 but I've toned up & gotten more muscular and now wear a size 0 or 2. I definitely still have my curves too. I was one who always…

Waking up early, as most have said, works well. Sure, I don't have as much time to socialize, but I can't drink on a Friday night anyways with a long brick on Saturday morning, so what's the point? Sitting around eating with friends was a huge contributor to my weight gain and they're all still doing that, while I've lost…

Hope you feel better vtate, good dedication fitting in your workouts while on the road! Today: 5 mile run & abs Tuesday: AM long swim Wednesday: PM easy 15 mi bike ride Thursday: Easy 3 mile run Friday: Rest day & stretching Saturday: Half Marathon Race Sunday: Rest day & stretching/walking

Goals for May: Swim: 2.4 Miles Bike: 100 Miles Run: 60 Miles Totals for May: Swim: 1.2 Miles Bike: 52.25 Miles Run: 30.8 Miles

Goals for May: Swim: 2.4 Miles Bike: 100 Miles Run: 60 Miles A bit adjusted according to my crazy schedule for this month but we'll shoot for it! Totals for May: Swim: 1.2 Miles Bike: 52.25 Miles Run: 25.8 Miles

First of all, you need to eat your calories back. There's a whole debate on whether or not to eat the calories back and you can search "eat exercise calories" for both sides of that debate in the forums. Second of all, it's really about calories in, calories out. Yes, we think "runners are skinny" but in reality, that's…

Look in the "groups" section for the Triathletes/Duathletes group. You can do a sprint triathlon decently with about 5 workouts per week if they are quality workouts. As a mom, I find waking up early for running & swimming is a good way to get in quality workout time without missing family time. If you are like most…

I think you should not hold yourself to the 1 lb per loss per week while training since you are hungry all the time, but you shouldn't feel like you have to do maintenance either. Make sure you don't go over maintenance but other than that, eat healthy foods until you're full. Also remember that your body doesn't…

I too use epsom salts in a warm (NOT hot) bath. I did an ice bath once and didn't use any ice. It was in the winter so the bath water was already frigid from being in the pipes so I ran the cold water straight into the tub then got in. I had a warm shirt on and even used a space heater that was aimed at my face. I secretly…

Goals for May: Swim: 2.4 Miles Bike: 100 Miles Run: 60 Miles A bit adjusted according to my crazy schedule for this month but we'll shoot for it! Totals for May: Swim: 0 Miles Bike: 12.25 Miles Run: 25.8 Miles

I think it sounds about right. Remember that just because someone logs 1100 cals/hr, does NOT mean they ACTUALLY burned that much. 400-600 cals per hour is more accurate for a bike ride for most people. Your HRM is calibrated to match your body. Plus, if you burned a few more calories than your HRM said, it's just bonus…

I don't know of anything programmed like C25K for biking, but as the others said, just start working yourself up. Work up faster than you would running of course. Instead of adding fractions of a mile to each week, add at least a mile each week to start. Make sure you take your recovery weeks where your long rides are…

Yes, it's definitely doable since you can already run 17 mins straight. I agree, follow C25K. You have a good base. Don't start at the beginning, set the 5K (the finish of the program) to June 2nd and schedule it backwards from there. Good luck!

That's terrible! I've seen it before and I just can't believe it!

I never have carried it but have wished I had for "stomach emergencies" as you put it. And yes, in threads I've read, most people are referencing carrying toilet paper in case they need to take a break in the bushes.

I use amphipod handheld water bottle for runs over 6 miles. It holds 12 oz. When I am doing my long half training runs (over 10 miles) I usually stash a water bottle in bushes to refill my handheld for the last few miles. That said, if you know when your water stops will be during the race, you can always just stash a…

I forgot to get in the thread in April but I'm back in for May!

I was going to say the Special K Cracker Chips--they're my favorite! You might also try reduced fat wheat thins, peanuts, pistachios, bananas, grapes, light string cheese, trail mix, raisins/craisins, blueberries/blackberries/raspberries, reduced fat cereal bars, dry cereal (watch the ingredients), and as an added "stay…

Eat Good Feel Good (I think?) has great Pure Protein bars. They're high cal but have like 30g protein. I eat the chocolate ones and they really do taste great!

Bump! Thanks!

I have a Garmin 310XT and I love it. It's geared for triathlons (waterproof) but I absolutely love Garmin! I'll never buy another brand. Easy to use, great battery life, easy to review my runs online, easy to see my history on the watch itself, can set it to a million different customized settings.

Sounds like a great race Cliff! Keep working hard on your nutrition and you can get out of the Clydesdale division! Congrats on the improved time, even given the improved factors, twenty minutes is a LOT to cut in Olympic distance!